Victoria Kalmykova

My journey to becoming a Clinical Psychologist has been shaped by a deep belief that every person has an innate capacity to heal, grow, and reconnect with themselves, even after adversity. Over more than 20 years, I have had the privilege of supporting adolescents, adults, couples, and families through life’s most challenging experiences.

The lens through which I see both the world and the people I work with is curiosity. One of the most important invitations I offer clients is to become curious about themselves. Curiosity allows us to gently put judgment aside and create space for compassion, understanding, and kindness. Trauma often disconnect us from this capacity, leaving us feeling stuck in pain and disconnected from who we truly are. I see it as a privilege to walk alongside people and guide them as they move beyond trauma, reconnect with their authentic selves, and uncover the inner resources that have developed throughout their lives.

My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practice. I integrate EMDR, Ego State Therapy, other attachment-informed and trauma-focused approaches and mindfulness to tailor treatment to each person’s unique needs and goals. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, grief, or simply feeling disconnected from yourself, I aim to provide a space where you feel genuinely heard, respected, and understood.

I see therapy as a partnership. Together we explore not only what has happened to you, but also the strengths, values, and inner resources that can guide your healing. My hope is that our work helps you move beyond surviving toward living with greater clarity, resilience, authenticity, and connection.

For more information and enquiries, please visit innerresourcepsychology.com

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Education

  • Masters of Clinical Psychology

  • Bachelor of Psychology

Trainings

  • I work every Monday, Tuesday, Friday as well as fortnightly on Thursday.

    Please enquire to learn more about my current availability.

  • Individuals | 60 minutes

    $270 (GST inclusive)

    Couples

    60 minutes | $280 (GST Inclusive)

    90 minutes | $380 (GST Inclusive)

    Supervision | 60 minutes

    $220 (GST Inclusive)

  • Medicare rebates are available for patients who have been referred through a Mental Health Care Plan from their GP

  • I am a member of AAPi (Australian Association of Psychologists) and the EMDRAA (EMDR Association of Australia)

The Place Within operates on the land of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera and Turrbal Peoples. We acknowledge these peoples as the traditional custodians of this land. We pay respect to Elders past and present and extend that respect to all First Nations Peoples. We are committed to honouring Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ wisdom, culture, dreaming and ongoing connection to Country. Sovereignty was never ceded.

We also recognise the strength and diversity of all marginalised communities, including LGBTQIA+ people, and are committed to fostering an inclusive, affirming space for all.